OLD FASHIONED POPPY SEED CAKE
This recipe was given to me by the Frankenmuth Historical Association and Mrs Zehnder from Frankenmuth ,Michigan. This recipe has been in her family since she was a child in the 30's..It was always their Birthday Cake when she was a child and her children love it too and now her grandchildren love it!
Provided by Pat Duran
Categories Cakes
Time 40m
Number Of Ingredients 25
Steps:
- 1. Preheat oven to 375^. Grease two 9-inch cake pan then place a circle of waxed paper in the pans and grease the paper; set aside. Soak the poppy seed in the milk, the longer the soak the better;set aside.
- 2. CAKE: Cream the butter and sugars until light and fluffy. Then add the milk and poppy seeds. Add flour, baking powder, baking soda and vanilla.
- 3. Fold in the beaten egg whites. Pour equally into the prepared pans. Bake for 25 minutes or until tested done when tooth pick is inserted in center of cakes. Cool 2 minutes in tins; remove from pan and remove waxed paper carefully. Cool completely on wire racks. Prepare filling.
- 4. FILLING: Heat milk , vanilla and sugar then add cornstarch and yolks mixed together. Cook till thick and then cool. Spread between layers. Make Frosting.
- 5. FROSTING: Cream shortening in the bowl of mixer. Add the extracts. To the powdered creamer add the water and mix until dissolved and add to the shortening mixture and mix on low until the water is incorporated into the shortening. Slowly add the powdered sugar 1 cup at a time, mixing on low speed. You may need a little more water depending on consistency of icing you want. Garnish top with coconut or nuts ,if desired. This does not need to be refrigerated.
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Kevin Roman
[email protected]This cake is a great way to use up leftover poppy seeds. It's a delicious and easy-to-make dessert.
Simone Steward
[email protected]I'm not usually a fan of poppy seed cakes, but this one is an exception. It's so good, I can't resist it!
Elie Saliba
[email protected]This cake is so moist and fluffy. It's the perfect comfort food.
Jaylen gigilin
[email protected]I love the nutty flavor of the poppy seeds in this cake. It's a unique and delicious twist on a classic recipe.
Musthakeem Nadaf
[email protected]This cake is perfect for a bake sale or potluck. It's always a crowd-pleaser!
Sultan Zia Ul Qamar kayani
[email protected]I've been making this cake for years and it's always a hit. It's a great cake for any occasion.
Hellena Kishan
[email protected]This cake is a classic for a reason. It's moist, flavorful, and has the perfect amount of sweetness. I highly recommend it!
Katrina Hooper
[email protected]I love the simplicity of this recipe. It's made with just a few basic ingredients, but it always turns out delicious.
Shamim A Prince
[email protected]This cake is so easy to make and it always turns out perfectly. It's my go-to recipe for a quick and easy dessert.
Ibrahim Khan
[email protected]I made this cake for my husband's birthday and he loved it! The cake was moist and fluffy, and the poppy seeds added a lovely texture and flavor. I will definitely be making this cake again!
Mahmudul Yousuf
[email protected]This cake was a little denser than I expected, but it was still very good. The poppy seeds added a nice crunch and nutty flavor. I think I would add a little more sugar next time to make it a bit sweeter.
Tofajjal Hossen
[email protected]I followed the recipe exactly and the cake turned out perfectly. It was moist, fluffy, and had the perfect amount of sweetness. The poppy seeds added a nice crunch and nutty flavor. I will definitely be making this cake again!
Subhan Khaliq
[email protected]This cake is absolutely delicious! The poppy seeds add a wonderful crunch and nutty flavor. The cake is also very moist and fluffy. I highly recommend this recipe!
yandel Gonzalez
[email protected]I made this cake for a bake sale and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved it. The cake was moist, flavorful, and had the perfect amount of sweetness. I will definitely be making this again!
Linda Brooks
[email protected]I've made this cake several times now and it's always a crowd-pleaser. It's so moist and flavorful, and the poppy seeds give it a unique and delicious twist. I highly recommend this recipe!
ADIAN WILLORY
[email protected]This cake was a delightful surprise! I was expecting a dense, heavy cake, but it was actually light and airy. The poppy seeds added a lovely texture and flavor. I will definitely be making this again!
Brayden Komar
[email protected]I'm not usually a fan of poppy seed cakes, but this one changed my mind! The cake was incredibly moist and fluffy, and the poppy seeds added a wonderful crunch and nutty flavor. I'll definitely be making this again!
Ahsan Nazy
[email protected]This poppy seed cake was a hit at my family gathering. It was moist, flavorful, and had the perfect amount of sweetness. I will definitely be making this again!